This is the lady’s packable Panama hat that unfolds back to its original shape when unpacked. Unlike other straw hats that are starched and stiff, this Panama hat is soft and pliable, enabling it to withstand the rigors of travel. Each hat is fashioned by expert craftsmen using the Llano weave—a traditional coastal herringbone-like pattern—that allows it to be gently flattened to fit into a suitcase, a dresser drawer, or between airplane seats. Each hat is made by hand in Ecuador from the bleached leaves of carludovica palmata, or Toquilla palm, a renewable plant fiber used to make all Panama hats, and takes four to five days to complete. This hat’s extra-wide 4" brim provides 360º of sun protection for a UPF 50+ rating—the highest attainable—yet the natural woven fibers allow air to circulate, keeping you cool. Leather chin strap with tagua ivory slider. Natural color. One size fits most. (1 oz.)

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hat is as expected however it does not fold up as small as indicated in the catalogue and it does not bounce back into it;s original shape.

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Bottom LineYes, I would recommend this to a friend

Hammacher Schlemmer Response: Thank you for your comment. Here are some tips on folding this hat: Since it has a fedora shape it is important to fold it longways from one side to the other, and if possible to stuff the crown with small garments. The best way to pack it is in the suitcase without folding it but packing all your small garments inside it and building up around it.

I mainly use this hat for sun protection when I am outside and it is terrific! The best part about this hat is that it folds up and makes it so easy for packing in a suitcase. If there's a drawback at all, there were no instructions or diagrams to show how to fold the hat. I was ready to send it back because that was one of the main selling points, but my husband being an engineer figured it out. You won't regret this purchase if you're looking for a great hat!

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Bottom LineYes, I would recommend this to a friend

Hammacher Schlemmer Response: Thank you for your comment. Here are some tips on folding this hat: Since it has a fedora shape it is important to fold it longways from one side to the other, and if possible to stuff the crown with small garments. The best way to pack it is in the suitcase without folding it but packing all your small garments inside it and building up around it.

This is a nice hat for my evening walk home from work in the summer. Does what I wanted it to - the wide brim protects my face and neck from the sun - but looks dressier than a farmer's straw hat or a ball cap. Fits nicely, and the drawstring cord ensures it doesn't fly off in a breeze. No complaints.

This hat is high quality and very attractive. I haven't figured out how to roll it up properly yet, though. It could stand to come with instructions.

Sizing:

Feels true to size

Bottom LineYes, I would recommend this to a friend

Hammacher Schlemmer Response: Thank you for your comment. Here are some tips on folding this hat: Since it has a fedora shape it is important to fold it longways from one side to the other, and if possible to stuff the crown with small garments. The best way to pack it is in the suitcase without folding it but packing all your small garments inside it and building up around it.

This hat looked so cute in the catalog. It is much bigger than it appears in the catalog and didn't look at all like that on me. I couldn't get the sides to curve up any. The only reason I didn't return it is that I had already paid postage to get it and would have invested more to send it back. I will wear it in the back yard where no one can see me.